Moshe Kahlon

Kahlon and Edelstein agree on structure of Arrangements Law

Taxation on a third apartment to be included in the Arrangements Law for 2017-2018.

Finance Minister: We've chosen to stand with the young couples

Moshe Kahlon refuses to back off tax for 3rd apartments; 'Coalition members will have to choose between the top percentile and the young.'

Upgrade on 'Cost of Living' lottery for discounted housing

Ministers Kahlon and Galant have changed the lottery to win discounted housing, in order to increase the chances of a win.

Ketchup, anyone?

Finance and Health Ministers amend a bill on the official definition of ketchup, so as to increase competition on the ketchup market.

'Kahlon is striking investors on the head with a hammer'

Pending heavy taxation, real estate investors say they won't stop buying new apartments - but they won't be intent on selling them, either.

Approved unanimously: Biannual budget passed

On the cusp of calling new elections, the government has finally passed a new budget. Education Minister: Government truly values education.

Kahlon blocks funds for Jewish communities in Judea and Samaria

Finance Minister shuts down talks with Agriculture Ministry over funding for projects across Judea and Samaria.

Kahlon denies reports of Cabinet reshuffle

Finance Minister insists there will be no change of ministries without Yoav Galant's full agreement

Kahlon proposes new apartment tax - but who will pay it?

Monthly tax of 1,000 shekels per apartment to be levied. But who will end up flipping the bill?

Kahlon fumes: We freeze construction, they murder

Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon calls for renewed, widespread construction in Jerusalem and Judea and Samaria;'Terror won't uproot anyone'

Cabinet approves turning stock exchange into a for-profit

Bill is aimed at reducing the bank's monopoly of the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange.

Kahlon: 'Economy is strong, ready to withstand any challenge'

Finance Minister assures cabinet of Israeli economy's readiness to deal with financial ripples caused by Brexit

Kahlon: In the end there will be two states for two peoples

Finance Minister urges opposition leader Yitzhak Herzog to join the coalition, says a Palestinian state will ultimately be established.

Kahlon hints resumption of peace talks is imminent

Finance Minister says rumors about resumption of Israel-PA talks hold more water than some think.

Herzog slams 'government in vision of the prophet Marzel'

Bitter Labor head says 'magician' Netanyahu 'made himself disappear' as 'radical right' takes over; calls for Kahlon to collapse government.

Poll: Ya'alon-Sa'ar-Kahlon alliance could beat Likud

Poll finds that new party led by former top Likud ministers would win more seats in the next election than Likud.

'Gabay worked to improve our quality of life'

Kulanu leader Moshe Kahlon thanks outgoing minister for service, promises to continue program to clean up Haifa.

Despite campaign promises, housing prices continue to rise

Report reveals failures of Moshe Kahlon and Yair Lapid to lower housing costs.

Finance Minister warned: Israeli banks shouldn't sponsor terror

Shurat Hadin warns Finance Minister over banks which refuse to sever ties with the PA.

Kahlon: Unity government good for economic stability

Finance Minister insists unpopular unity idea best for the public, in order to further economic reforms under a stable government.

Sundays off in Israel?

Minister of Finance supports new bill seeking to create an "extended weekend" once a month.

Passover is coming

Israel's chametz has been sold

In official ceremony, Finance Minister gives Chief Rabbis authority to sell state's chametz to Abu Gosh resident.

Kahlon: BDS cannot win

The Finance Minister participated Monday in the opening of a new mall in Gush Etzion and met with the heads of the Yesha Council.

Kahlon: Herzog 'almost' joined gov't, investigation torpedoed it

Recently publicized investigation into campaign finances of opposition leader prevented unity government, claims Moshe Kahlon.

Housing Minister: I'm not trying to lower housing costs anymore

Housing Minister Yoav Galant and Kulanu party are changing goals from reducing cost of housing to providing apartments to young couples.

Report: Eli Yishai, Kahlon considering joint list

High-level discussions reportedly taking place between former Shas chairman and Kulanu chief for possible joint run.

Kahlon calls to conclude talks on American aid ASAP

Finance Minister says Israel ought to conclude negotiations over a defense aid deal with the United States as soon as possible.

Knesset limits bankers' salaries to 2.5 million shekels per year

New law limits bank executives' salaries to 2.5 million shekels per year. Netanyahu accept, but doesn't want it to spread to other fields.

Minister: Doesn't matter where, just expel terrorists' families

Kulanu head Moshe Kahlon discusses terrorism, the Finance Ministry, the housing crisis and the 'Mikveh bill' with Arutz Sheva.

PA confirms economic talks with Israel

PA Finance Minister confirms he met Israeli counterpart Kahlon to discuss an economic agreement to boost the PA economy.

Report: Israel formulating economic assistance plan for PA

Kahlon reportedly putting together a series of economic measures to help alleviate the pressure on the Palestinian population.

Kahlon demands change in appointment of directors

Finance Minister slams governmental director appointments, saying ‘even Zuckerberg would be blocked since he lacks 15 years' experience.'

Where to, Naftali Bennett?

Kulanu will not join with any other party in the next election

Finance Minister Kahlon tells Israeli TV that his party will run by itself in the next election.

S&P affirms A+ credit rating for Israel

Standard & Poor's affirms credit ratings for Israel, with a stable outlook. Finance Minister welcomes the announcement.

Price of public transportation to go down across the country

Ministers Kahlon and Deri make good on their promise to lower cost of public transportation and gas.

Poll: Kahlon plunges as Lapid regains power

In battle of the center, Yesh Atid appears primed to become major Knesset power after next elections; Likud holds strong with 30 mandates.

Kahlon to resign from Knesset today

Utilizing the Mini-Norwegian Law, Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon will resign from Knesset allowing Akram Hassoun to take his seat.

Israel considers lowering cost of water

Finance Minister's proposal seeks to remove the VAT from the cost of water, cutting the price by 18 percent.

Kahlon and Barkat agree to avoid future cuts

Jerusalem city council and Finance Ministry formulate agreement to avoid future budget cuts and layoffs in the city.

Kahlon to take advantage of 'Norwegian Law', resign from Knesset

Finance Minister to step down as an MK while maintaining his ministerial post, allowing for another MK from Kulanu to join the Knesset.

Is the coalition headed towards another crisis?

Kahlon and Bennett reportedly oppose Netanyahu's plan to appoint two more Likud ministers.

60,000 tons of vegetables to be imported tax free

Finance minister waves import tax to allow market to replenish, while focusing an extra tax break during the high demand holiday season.

Kahlon: I won't return to Likud, Sa'ar is welcome to join me

Finance Minister argues his centrist Kulanu party has a clear place on the political map and 'guarantees' he won't run with Likud.

Gov't, Jewish Agency sign 1B public housing deal

2,650 public housing units to be built for Israel's poorest immigrants.

Kahlon denies discussing merge with Likud

Finance Minister denies Kulanu is mulling a merge with the Likud, says the Likud's ideology is different than Kulanu's.

Ex-Likud minister: I'm not an actor in Netanyahu puppet theater

Gideon Sa'ar hints he will make no play for Likud leadership in upcoming primaries, as Moshe Kahlon calls for the two to join forces.

State grants benefits to Jewish refugees from Arab lands

Israelis who fled anti-Semitism in North Africa and Iraq finally to be recognized under law, like Holocaust and Nazi regime survivors.

100 million shekels to help terror-stricken Jerusalem businesses

Program aims to develop business sector, support tourism industry, and strengthen city's academic standing.

Report: Netanyahu nixes sale of low-cost cell company to rival

Reports Sunday said that Prime Minister Netanyahu had decided not to permit sale of low-cost Golan Telecom to Cellcom.

'Capital set back many years'

Protest: Kahlon has critically wounded Jerusalem

Mayor, municipality block Knesset protesting Finance Minister's budget, which will see deep cuts in security, education and more.

Kahlon: I would 'step aside' to bring Herzog into coalitiion

If Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu wishes to bring Yitzhak Herzog into his coalition, Moshe Kahlon would back him to the hilt.

Netanyahu, Finance Ministry Reduce VAT

Israel's sales tax to drop by 1% for consumers and 1.5% for companies. PM: 'We chose to return the money to you, the citizens of Israel.'

Knesset Approves First Reading of 2015-2016 Budget

Knesset approves first reading of the Budget Law for 2015-2016. Opposition angry due to absence of PM and Finance Minister.

Public Approves of Bennett's Performance as Education Minister

New poll finds that most Israelis are satisfied with Education Minister's work, but not so much with Finance Minister Kahlon.

Analyst: Little Govt. Can Do to Spur Economic Growth

Because his coalition is so small, Binyamin Netanyahu's government doesn't have many options to promote the economy, said Moody's.

Finance Ministry Calls Emergency Meeting over Economy Slump

Finance Minister Moshe Kahlon calls emergency meeting following CBS report on poor economic growth in second quarter 2015.

Edelstein: Coalition 'Could Change Soon,' Maybe for the Better?

Prime Minister Netanyahu worked hard to put together his coalition - but it is likely to change, said Knesset Speaker Yuli Edelstein.

Kahlon's Brother Resigns from Jerusalem Municipality

2nd-most powerful figure in J'lem municipality and brother of Kulanu chairman announces return to private sector after 'the 7 good years.'

Kulanu Blasted over 'Obsequious' Apology to US

Moshe Kahlon is guilty of weakening Israel's ability to stand up for itself on the international scene, Attorney Yoram Sheftel argues.